NR NR/L2/RMVP/0200/P502 ISSUE 2 PDF

This module defines:

a) how work needs to be to be planned;

b) how work sites need to be managed;

c) the requirements when planning to use portable or transportable plant; and

d) requirements for site visits before the commencement of work.

This module applies to all organisations involved with the planning or supply of plant, and those carrying out or controlling plant operations on Network Rail managed infrastructure and Network Rail projects.

See the index of NR/L2/RMVP/0200 for information on which:

a) specific roles this module applies to; and

b) modules that also apply to those roles.

Purpose

The implementation of this module contributes to mitigating the following risks:

a) compliance with legislation (LOLER, PUWER, HASAW);

b) runaway/failure to stop on demand, e.g. OTP running away on a gradient;

c) MEWPs becoming out of control, e.g. MEWP operator being crushed under a structure;

d) collision, e.g. collision between a RRV and an OTM;

e) overturning, e.g. RRV overturning during lifting operations;

f) damage to assets, e.g. RRV or its load hitting a passing train during ALO operation;

g) derailment, e.g. trailer being loaded incorrectly; and

h) staff injuries, e.g. Operator being trapped between machine and infrastructure.